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Protein Purification and protein conjugations.

Mammalian Expression

San Francisco, Ca, Us

• One year research experience in organic chemistry laboratory whereinAided in the development of synthetic methodology on the C-H activation of heterocycles and synthesis and purification of organophosphate compounds• Daily operation of Varian 500 hMz NMR for 1H, 13C, 31P analysis of synthesized compounds and operation of PE Sciex API 150Ex Mass Spectrometer for compound analysis• Current graduate curriculum consists of academic and laboratory training in biotechnology techniques in small scale expression and purification of prokaryote and eukaryotic cell lines, experience using CRISPR/Cas9 systems for gene editing, and business fundamentals of biotechnology

Thousand Oaks, Ca, Us

Part of Mammalian Expression team in Amgen's Protein Technology group• Transient and stable mammalian expression of recombinant proteins and antibody variants including: scFv, BiTeS, and antibody-fusions in support of core research efforts across a wide range of therapeutic areas.• Characterization and analysis of expression products utilizing gel electrophoresis and western blots • Performed transient expression and media optimization experiments generating increased cost reductions and protein productivity

Washington, D.C., Us

• Responsible for the chemical extraction and analysis of meat samples for hormones, drugs, and pesticide residues prior to country-wide distribution and consumption• Responsible for general maintenance and daily operation of Waters Acquitity UPLC using MassLynx V4.1 and Varian 1200 LC/MS with System Control V6.9 for analysis of samples• Familiar with ISO 17025 and ISO 34 laboratory regulations and LIMS

·Assisted veterans in need with various issues ranging from homelessness to sub- stance abuse problems·Served as a link between federal resources through the Veterans Administration, County-based resources and community-based veterans service organizations.·Conducted outreach to veterans and their families in need of support.·Organized and maintained confidential records of clients

Santa Cruz, Ca, Us

• Identified protein binding interactions between Retinablastoma Protein (Rb) and Heterochromatin Protein 1 (HP1)• Became familiar with laboratory techniques for protein purification such as HPLC and column chromatography. Analyzed protein interactions using protein pulldowns and 600 MHz NMR• Presented findings at SACNAS National Convention in Dallas Texas in Fall 2009

·Assisted veterans with information regarding benefits and alternative community agencies available in the county·Responsible for filing and sending veteran benefit packets to the regional office·Responsible for maintaining and organizing veteran confidential files·Provided clerical assistance to office manager·Received and screened incoming telephone calls

Arlington, Virginia, Us

·Responsible for an estimated $800,000 worth of communication equipment·Supervised installation and operation of line of sight and omni-directional radio communication equipment in a combat zone·Installed and operated UHF radio equipment.·Performed preventive maintenance on military vehicles and UHF radios and antennas·Responsible for clerical, office, and other administrative duties, regarding documentation and accountability of property handbooks

Professional Science Masters (Psm), Biotechnology

B.S Chemical Biology, Chemical Biology

Associates, Chemistry

General Education